5 bed detached house for sale

Manor Road, North Walsham NR28

Character living meets contemporary elegance in this beautifully restored former farmhouse set amidst rolling countryside just a mile from North Walsham. Thoughtfully renovated while preserving its 18th-century charm, the home boasts exposed brickwork, wood-burning stoves, and elegant original features throughout. Spacious reception rooms, a stunning shaker-style kitchen, and a light-filled garden room offer an ideal layout for both family life and entertaining. Five versatile bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite, provide flexible accommodation for growing families or home working. Outside, beautifully landscaped gardens, generous parking, and a peaceful rural setting complete the picture. With excellent access to coast, countryside, and city, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy timeless charm in a truly connected location.

The Location

Perfectly positioned in the heart of North Norfolk, this exceptional home benefits from a highly desirable location on the outskirts of the bustling market town of North Walsham. Just under a mile away, the town centre offers a charming mix of historic character and modern convenience, including a weekly market, a variety of supermarkets, independent shops, cafes, pubs, and essential services such as gp surgeries and pharmacies.

Families are well-catered for with schooling available for all ages, while local parks and green spaces provide room to relax, play, and explore.

Commuters and explorers alike will appreciate the easy connectivity, with North Walsham train station approximately 0.8 miles from the property, offering regular services to Norwich and onward connections to London and beyond. Norwich city centre, with its renowned shopping, cultural venues, the University of East Anglia (uea), Norwich Research Park and the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, lies just 18 miles to the south.

For travel further afield, Norwich International Airport is only 12 miles away, and Norwich Railway Station just 15 miles, providing direct access to London Liverpool Street and other major destinations.

Nature lovers and coastal seekers are equally well-placed – the spectacular North Norfolk coastline is within easy reach, with the popular seaside town of Cromer just 8.3 miles away, offering sandy beaches, cliff walks, and traditional seaside attractions. Whether you’re drawn to the coast, the countryside, or city life, this location offers the perfect blend of rural tranquility and urban convenience.

Brick Kiln Farm, Manor Road

Set amidst rolling countryside just a mile from the historic market town of North Walsham, this stunning detached former farmhouse exudes timeless charm, character and contemporary comfort. Believed to date back to circa 1720, this exquisite property showcases its heritage roots with original architectural features, while benefiting from a thoughtful and stylish renovation that perfectly balances period charm with modern living.

Commanding from the outside, the home is enveloped in beautifully landscaped gardens, mature shrubs, specimen trees and a well-maintained lawn that enhances the property’s graceful, rural presence. A large hardstanding provides ample parking and turning space, along with a Project EV charging point, ensuring practicality meets sustainability. The grounds also include a spacious garden shed with power and a charming paved terrace, perfect for dining or simply soaking in the Norfolk countryside.

Inside, the home unfolds into a series of generous, character-filled rooms, with exposed brickwork, inglenook fireplaces and wood-burning stoves that speak to its rich past. The accommodation flows beautifully from the welcoming reception hallway, with elegant archways and wood-effect flooring, into a selection of three versatile reception rooms.

The sitting room is finished in subtle green tones and features a focal log burner nestled in a brick nook fireplace, a cosy space to really enjoy during the colder months. Opposite, the dining room boasts a central brick fireplace with a log burner, with the exposed brick rising all the way to the ceiling, a striking feature that anchors the space beautifully.

There is a strong sense of flow throughout the property, with distinct rooms that remain open and harmonious in layout, perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. Adding to the appeal, full planning permission is currently in place for a double garage, offering great potential. The property also previously had permission for an extension to the conservatory with a balcony, while now lapsed, the original plans are available and full of exciting possibilities for future development.

At the heart of the home lies a spectacular kitchen/breakfast room, a contrast to the traditional features and cleverly designed layout. The space is fitted with a shaker-style kitchen, chrome handles and a classic white tiled splashback, creating a clean, timeless aesthetic. Integrated appliances ensure a streamlined look, while the generous layout makes it a great space for socialising and everyday family life.

A small opening leads into a study area – perfect for home working, crafts, or quiet reading, while a separate lobby gives access to a utility cupboard and a modern ground-floor shower room, complete with a corner shower and sleek contemporary fittings. It opens into a light-filled garden room, ideal for entertaining or family gatherings, creating a connection to the outdoors.

The first floor offers five flexible bedrooms, including a principal suite with an en-suite shower room and a delightful family bathroom fitted with premium fixtures and a modern walk-in shower. Bedroom five interlinks with bedroom three and offers potential as a nursery, dressing room or additional study, perfectly adaptable to suit evolving family needs.

This is such a lovely family home, where pets and children can roam freely in the safety of the gardens and the warmth of the interiors – a house that has clearly been loved and cared for, full of character and heart.

This is not just a home, but a lifestyle opportunity – a rare find where historic character, idyllic rural living, and modern comfort converge. Perfect for families or anyone seeking a countryside escape within easy reach of amenities, this exceptional period property promises peace, privacy, and undeniable presence.

Agents Note

Sold Freehold

Connected to all mains services.

EPC Rating: D